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EPISODE · Oct 3, 2024 · 1H 22M

What's so Funny about Rheumatoid Arthritis? Insights from Comedian Jessica Michelle

from Arthritis Life · host Cheryl Crow

Episode at a glance:Jessica’s Rheumatoid Arthritis Story: How Jessica got diagnosed and what her treatment journey has been likeExploring different treatment options: Jessica shares the ups and downs of trying different diets and lifestyle methods to manage RA, along with medicationsHumor as a Coping Mechanism: Jessica shares how she started improv and stand up comedy, and how humor helped her cope with rheumatoid arthritis. She also explores what it was like to have a joke about rheumatoid arthritis go viral on social media.Ways to Manage Stress: Strategies for managing stress, maintaining a positive mindset, and connecting with others who understand life with RA.Medical disclaimer: All content found on  Arthritis Life public channels was created for generalized informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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In this episode, comedian Jessica Michelle shares what it was like to be diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in her mid 20s after years of unexplained pain. She also shares how her career as a comedian has led to some unexpected connections with the chronic illness community, and how humor has served as a coping mechanism for her.

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